There are different levels of compression. The higher the compression value, the more pressure is exerted on your vein walls. This pressure is what helps pump the blood and lymph fluid out from your lower extremities and back into circulation. The following compression levels correspond with the following indications:

• 8-15 mmHg - Very mild, non-medical grade compression. Used as a preventative measure or for patients with very severe forms of diabetes.
• 15-20 mmHg - Mild, medical-grade compression. Recommended for mildly aching/fatigued legs, mild edema (swelling) in the ankle and/or foot, mild varicosities, diabetic patients.
• 20-30 mmHg - Moderate, medical-grade compression. Recommended for moderately aching/fatigued legs, burn scar management, DVT (blood clot) prevention, mild or post-surgical edema (swelling), mild lymphedema, pregnancy, sclerotherapy, moderate varicosities, mild venous insufficiency, diabetic patients, management and prevention of venous ulcers.
• 30-40 mmHg - Firm, medical-grade compression. Recommended for burn scar management, DVT/post-thrombotic prevention, moderate and post-traumatic edema (swelling), moderate lymphedema, orthostatic hypotension, post-phlebectomy, diabetic neuropathy, pronounced varicosities or edema during pregnancy, post-sclerotherapy, post-surgical, severe varicosities, moderate-severe venous insufficiency, management and prevention of venous ulcers.
• 40-50 mmHg - Very Firm, medical-grade compression. Recommended for severe edema (swelling), severe lymphedema, severe or post-thrombotic venous insufficiency, management of active venous ulcers.

Will support socks cut off my circulation?

No. Correctly fitting stockings will not. Our products are made with gradient compression. This means that they are tightest at your ankle and slowly decrease in pressure toward the top of the sock. Because of this, the sock will not restrict your circulation.

This partially depends on how you take care of them. Manufacturers suggest replacing the socks every 4-6 months. After that, the elastic in the socks will start to deteriorate and will no longer give the correct compression.

We recommend that you take your measurements first thing in the morning before swelling builds in the legs. Measurements taken later in the day after swelling is present may result in choosing a stocking size that is too large.

Only the leg with the symptoms or disease needs to wear the compression. Some people prefer to wear compression on only the affected leg. Others may decide to wear the same brand of stocking but in a lower compression level on the unaffected or healthy leg. Always verify with your physician that the problem is present in only one leg.

Anti-embolism stockings are designed specifically for bed-bound (non-ambulatory) patients to help prevent blood from pooling in the veins of the leg. Pooling of blood in the veins of the leg may contribute to blood clots forming in the veins.
Anti-embolism stockings are generally made for short duration of wear during a hospitalization. Anti-embolism stockings deliver gradient compression and, depending on the manufacturer, the compression delivered to the ankle is in the range of 12-20 mmHg. These stockings are normally only available in white and have an opening on the underside of the toes which can be uncomfortable while walking.

The wearing time for gradient compression stockings is dependent on both the reason for wearing the compression (indication) and the amount of compression (mmHg). An individual's physician or health care practitioner is a good resource for this information.
Here are some general guidelines:

• Individuals with chronic venous problems such as venous related leg swelling, skin changes, or varicose veins generally wear the compression stockings while out of bed (approximately 16 hours/day) and remove them at night.
• Immediately following sclerotherapy physicians may instruct individuals to wear a specific level of compression continuously for a specified number of hours or days depending on the size of the veins injected.
• Individuals with lymphedema are advised to follow the wearing schedule recommended by their physician or therapist.
• Bed-bound patients may be advised by their physician to wear anti-embolism stockings (16-18 mmHg) to help prevent blood clots from forming in the deep veins of the leg.

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Orders less than $60 to be shipped within the continental U.S. are charged accordingly, based on the following shipping methods:

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Compression products can be washed in the washing machine, however, do not use Woolite or fabric softener, as this will wear down the compression fibers. Also, it is recommended that you air dry your compression garments rather than drying them in a dryer. Special washing solutions are available that help to extend the life of your garments.

All returned items must be returned using the following guidelines:

• Medi, Juzo, Jobst, Sigvaris and Prenatal Cradle: These products are returnable in original condition only, within 14 days of delivery date.
• Product must be received in unopened boxes. Please inspect the product before opening the factory seal.
• Product returned due to gross manufacturing defects will be exchanged only. No credit will be issued. Worn garments must be laundered before returning; garments returned to us unlaundered, in soiled condition, or heavily worn, will be returned to the customer unevaluated, as dictated by Federal Health Statutes.
• All orders returned without any means of tracking or delivery confirmation will be considered an unauthorized return and TheMedicalZone.com is not responsible for refunding the order if we cannot verify receipt of the return.

If a different size is needed, you must place a new order for the needed replacement item(s) and return the item(s) you have already received.